Bar Jack
NameBar Jack
Scientific NameCaranx ruber
Common NamesBar Jack, Blue-striped Jack
FamilyCarangidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)25
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large Jacks, Groupers, Snappers, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (non-aggressive types), Moray Eels
Description
The Bar Jack is a sleek, silvery saltwater fish known for its distinctive bright blue stripe running along its back. These active predators are found in the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, often schooling over reefs and sandy bottoms. They require very large aquariums due to their size and constant swimming.
